Ingredients
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small bunch fresh parsley, chopped
Spices
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
- 6 large eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onion turns translucent and the pepper softens.
- Add garlic and spices: Stir in the finely chopped garlic, paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant, ensuring the spices bloom and release their aroma.
- Simmer the tomato sauce: Pour the canned whole peeled tomatoes with their juice into the pan. Using a large spoon, break down the tomatoes into smaller pieces to create a chunky sauce. Season with salt and pepper, then bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Poach the eggs: Make small wells in the tomato sauce using the back of your spoon. Crack one egg into each well. Cover the pan with a lid and cook the eggs for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks reach your preferred level of doneness.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the pan from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro and parsley over the top. Serve immediately, ideally with crusty bread or warm pita for dipping.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add extra chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- You can substitute fresh tomatoes for canned if in season, but increase cooking time to allow them to soften.
- Covering the pan while cooking eggs speeds up the cooking process and helps evenly cook the egg whites.
- This dish is great for meal prep; store leftovers in the fridge and reheat gently.
- Serve with warm bread or pita to soak up the flavorful sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: North African, Middle Eastern
- Diet: Low Fat
